White Cube Announces Georg Baselitz Retrospective at Sehwa Museum, Seoul
The Facts
On July 28, 2026, White Cube announced a retrospective of Georg Baselitz (1938–2026) at the Sehwa Museum of Art in Seoul, running from August 13 to December 27, 2026. This is the first exhibition of the artist's work in South Korea since his death earlier this year. The show traces Baselitz’s practice from the 1960s onward, featuring recurring motifs such as portraits of his wife and muse Elke, eagles, and inverted figures. It includes works from across his career, highlighting his influential role in post-war German art.
The Signal
The retrospective cements Baselitz’s posthumous legacy and expands his presence in the Asian market, where institutional interest in major post-war European artists has grown. For collectors, the exhibition offers a rare, comprehensive view of his oeuvre in a region where his market has been less developed, potentially driving further demand for his work. It also reflects a broader trend of Korean museums hosting retrospectives of international artists to attract global audiences.
- Artists: Georg Baselitz
- People: Elke
- Galleries: White Cube
- Museums: Sehwa Museum of Art
- Locations: Seoul
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